January weather forecast
Dorset, OH

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Dorset, Ohio, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature varying between 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and 21°F (-6.1°C).

Temperature

The coldest period is January, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and a low of 21°F (-6.1°C).

Humidity

In Dorset, the average relative humidity in January is 86%.

Rainfall

In Dorset, in January, it is raining for 7.9 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Dorset, during the entire year, the rain falls for 181 days and collects up to 36.34" (923mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 18.4 days and accumulates 6.69" (170mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 34min.
On the first day of January in Dorset, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:36 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 2.5h of sunshine.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in January, converts into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Dorset?

The month of January sees the average lowest temperatures in Dorset, Ohio, reaching 30.6°F (-0.8°C) at the peak and 21°F (-6.1°C) at the low.

How cold is January in Dorset?

January temperatures in Dorset vary between a high-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and a low-temperature of 21°F (-6.1°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Dorset?

The average relative humidity in January is 86%.

How many days does it rain in January in Dorset?

In Dorset, during January, the rain falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Dorset?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Dorset, Ohio. Snow falls for 18.4 days and accumulates 6.69" (170mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Dorset?

In January, in Dorset, Ohio, it is snowing for 18.4 days. Throughout January, 6.69" (170mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Dorset have in January?

The average day length in January in Dorset, Ohio, is 9h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Dorset?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:36 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Dorset?

The month with the least sunshine in Dorset is January, with an average of 2.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Dorset have in January?

In Dorset, the average sunshine duration in January is 2.5h.

What is the UV index reading in January in Dorset?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Dorset, Ohio, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Dorset, OH

Average temperature in January - Dorset, OH
  • Average high temperature in January: 30.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 21°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21°F).

Average pressure in January
Dorset, OH

Average pressure in January - Dorset, OH
  • Average pressure in January: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Dorset, OH

Average wind speed in January - Dorset, OH
  • Average wind speed in January: 11.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Dorset, OH

Average humidity in January - Dorset, OH
  • Average humidity in January: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and September (78%).

Average rainfall in January
Dorset, OH

Average rainfall in January - Dorset, OH
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.94").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (2.4").

Average rainfall days in January
Dorset, OH

Average rainfall days in January - Dorset, OH
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Dorset, OH

Average snowfall in January - Dorset, OH
  • Average snowfall in January: 6.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Dorset, OH

Average snowfall days in January - Dorset, OH
  • Average snowfall days in January: 18.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Dorset, OH

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Dorset, OH
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Dorset, OH

Average sunshine days in January - Dorset, OH
  • Average sunshine days in January: 5.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (11 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (5.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Dorset, OH

Average UV index in January - Dorset, OH
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Dorset, OH

Average cloud cover in January - Dorset, OH
  • Average cloud cover in January: 75

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in January
Dorset, OH

Average visibility in January - Dorset, OH
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).

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